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Barbers

Also called: Barber Shop Operator, Barber Stylist, Stylist

What they do:

Provide barbering services, such as cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair; trimming beards; or giving shaves.

On the job, you would:
  • Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers, and other instruments.
  • Drape and pin protective cloths around customers' shoulders.
  • Cut and trim hair according to clients' instructions or current hairstyles, using clippers, combs, hand-held blow driers, and scissors.
On the job, you'll need:

Business

  • customer service
  • management

Arts and Humanities

  • English language

Math and Science

  • psychology

Basic Skills

  • listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
  • talking to others

Social

  • looking for ways to help people
  • understanding people's reactions

Hand and Finger Use

  • keep your arm or hand steady
  • hold or move items with your hands

Verbal

  • listen and understand what people say
  • communicate by speaking

Realistic

People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.

  • Attention to Detail
  • Cooperation
  • Self Control
  • Dependability
  • Concern for Others
  • Social Orientation

Operating system software

  • Linux
  • Microsoft Windows

Video creation and editing software

  • YouTube

Calendar and scheduling software

  • Appointment scheduling software

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Job Outlook

The job outlook for this position is Bright.

New job opportunities are very likely in the future. This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

Median Annual Salary: $34,990

Education

Certificate after high school or high school diploma/GED is usually needed.